The Lord is My Salvation

"The Lord Is My Salvation" was written by Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, Nathan Nockels, and Jonas Myrin as a bold declaration of confidence in God's saving power. The Gettys have been the leading voices in the modern hymn-writing movement, establishing the annual Sing! conference and publishing dozens of hymns that have been adopted by churches worldwide. This hymn draws its imagery from multiple Old Testament passages, particularly the exodus narratives and the Psalms of David, where God is described as a fortress, a deliverer, and a shield. The song moves from personal declaration ("The Lord is my salvation") to cosmic proclamation ("Who shall I fear?"), building an expansive picture of God's comprehensive saving work. Its structure is designed for congregational singing, with a memorable chorus that enables large gatherings to sing with full voice and conviction. The hymn exemplifies the Gettys' philosophy that modern hymns should be "rich in Scripture, deep in theology, and memorable in melody" — songs that serve the church not just in the moment of singing but in the daily lives of believers who carry the truths home with them.